Leafy Greens Research

Preliminary Leafy Greens Research (.pdf) — Powerpoint presentation given at the 2015 Minnesota Fruit and Vegetable Growers Meeting, of preliminary findings by Cindy Tong and Michele Schermann on their leafy greens food safety project. Samples of lettuce were collected from the field and after washing and tested for pathogens. Washing procedures were documented as well as use of sanitizer in the wash water and the use of manure-based soil amendments.

Keeping Aquaponics Products Safe (.pdf) — Short fact sheet. Fish and plant products from Minnesota’s aquaponics facilities are a great source of quality nutrition for Minnesota families. Similar to most fresh food products there is a risk of foodborne illness. Fortunately, there are several steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.